Princess Beatrice has made her first public appearance in London following her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi’s return to social media after a two-month hiatus. The 37-year-old royal was photographed walking in the upscale Mayfair neighborhood on Thursday, stepping out solo while her husband engaged with fans online.

Beatrice, the eldest daughter of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson, opted to skip this year’s Royal Ascot and the Trooping the Colour ceremony. Instead, she and her sister Princess Eugenie attended a friend’s wedding in Austria, leading to their notable absence from key royal events. Her husband, Edoardo, recently reactivated his Instagram presence on Saturday, June 27, marking his first post in nearly two months.

Prior to sharing his own content, the property developer joined thousands of fans in reacting to pop star Dua Lipa’s latest photos from Italy. His unexpected online activity drew attention, especially as his wife remained out of the public eye for several days. Meanwhile, the royal family gathered at Berkshire for the prestigious Royal Ascot races, which ran from June 16 through June 20.

While Beatrice was not present, other senior royals were in attendance, including King Charles, Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales, and Princess Anne. Prince William and Kate Middleton were seen on the second day, while the King and Queen attended the third day alongside Princess Anne, Prince Edward, Sophie Duchess of Edinburgh, and Zara Tindall. Royal Ascot remains a cherished summer tradition for the monarchy, drawing generations of family members each year.

Beatrice appeared composed and effortlessly stylish during her London outing. She wore a green-and-white striped Cefinn Studio Alice Belted Midi Dress and paired it with Rothy’s Black Pointed Mary Jane flats. Her appearance came as the United Kingdom and much of Europe contended with a historic heatwave, though Beatrice appeared unfazed by the soaring temperatures.

The royal continues to balance her private life with her public responsibilities, and her return to the London streets signals a quiet but steady resumption of her routine. While her husband’s social media activity may have sparked curiosity, Beatrice remains focused on her family and personal engagements away from the camera. Her brief but graceful emergence reaffirms her role as a grounded and steadfast member of the royal family.